High Tower Deli #10

2500 Citywest Blvd, Houston, TX 77042
American
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show four inspections at High Tower Deli #10 stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “hand-washing sink supplies”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Houston restaurant, which scores around 88. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11(A)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
6-501.114(A)
74
May 8, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles not stored at least six inches (15 cm) above the floor on dollies / pallets / racks / skids designed as specified under section 20-21.03(a)2b of this code / not kept in closed cartons that protect them from contamination, except for automatic fire protection sprinkler heads that may be required by law.
20-21.14(c)(01)
Hand-washing sink supplies. supply of hand-cleansing liquid / powder / bar soap not available at each hand-washing sink or group of two adjacent hand-washing sinks.
20-21.19(c)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..
20-21.03(a)(01)
Dispensing utensils not stored in water at least 135°f (57°c) / water container is not cleaned as often as necessary.
20-21.05(f)(04)
78
Oct 24, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..
20-21.03(a)(01)
Hand-washing sink supplies. supply of hand-cleansing liquid / powder / bar soap not available at each hand-washing sink or group of two adjacent hand-washing sinks.
20-21.19(c)
90
May 1, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Special requirements. manufactured food. all food manufactured, processed, or packaged in commercial food processing establishments or commissaries not labeled according to all applicable laws as defined in tfer 228.78 and 228.79.
20-21.01(b)(06)
Thawing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food. reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use not removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration as specified in item (01) of this subsection, or prior to, or immediately upon completion of thawing using procedures specified in item (02) of this subsection. (corrected on site)
20-21.04(j)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was High Tower Deli #10 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at High Tower Deli #10 on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at High Tower Deli #10?

Across the inspection record, “hand-washing sink supplies” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at High Tower Deli #10.

How does High Tower Deli #10 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

High Tower Deli #10 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has High Tower Deli #10's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at High Tower Deli #10 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at High Tower Deli #10 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is High Tower Deli #10 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, High Tower Deli #10 is inspected around two times per year on average.